Victoria Bridge during the aftermath of the Brisbane floods, February 1896
This photograph is from a black and white 120 format film negative strip featuring four images by PC Poulsen. It depicts Victoria Bridge over the Brisbane River in February 1896. The bank of the river is covered in strewn peices of wood. The Victoria Bridge suffered extensive damage during the February 1893 floods and a temporary wooden extension was built and opened in September of the same year. Another flood in 1896, however, threatened to destroy the wooden section of the bridge so workers were called to clear the debris. By 15 February 1896, the bridge was declared safe, however, piles had been broken causing the bridge to sag.
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Object number: 00048192
Victoria Bridge during the aftermath of the Brisbane floods, February 1896
This photograph is from a black and white 120 format film negative strip featuring four images by PC Poulsen. It depicts Victoria Bridge over the Brisbane River in February 1896. The bank of the river is covered in strewn peices of wood. The Victoria Bridge suffered extensive damage during the February 1893 floods and a temporary wooden extension was built and opened in September of the same year. Another flood in 1896, however, threatened to destroy the wooden section of the bridge so workers were called to clear the debris. By 15 February 1896, the bridge was declared safe, however, piles had been broken causing the bridge to sag.
The Australian National Maritime Museum undertakes research and accepts public comments that enhance the information we hold about images in our collection. If you can identify a person, vessel or landmark, write the details in the Comments box below.
Thank you for helping caption this important historical image.
Object number: 00048192